Oakbricks by Magica

Collection Summary

Oakbricks by Ceramica Magica is a glazed porcelain stoneware collection inspired by oak, made in Italy by Terratinta Group. It is produced in a single 4.8×45 cm (2″x18″) matte format, 9.5 mm thick. There are six colors: Birch, Natural, Honey, Walnut, Brown and Burnt. The collection’s defining feature is its narrow, brick-like proportion. Oakbricks brings the look of wood into compact strips that suit laid patterns and smaller areas rather than full-length planks.

Design & Aesthetic

The six colors move from pale to dark:

• Birch: fine, even grain in light beige to creamy white, with slight grey tones.
• Natural: pronounced veining and knots, closest to a solid oak finish.
• Honey: soft, slightly amber, with the look of sunlit wood.
• Walnut: a deep brown with defined veining.
• Brown: reads as a mature, warm wood with visible surface movement.
• Burnt: the darkest, with characteristic veining and deep tones.

Ceramica Magica describes a tactile surface intended to echo the feel of wood. The manufacturer’s catalog shows four laying schemes for the format.

Material & Craftsmanship

Oakbricks is glazed porcelain stoneware (Group BIa GL, water absorption ≤0.5%) under EN 14411 / ISO 13006. The manufacturer rates its shade variation V3 (high), so tone and grain differ noticeably from piece to piece, as they would in natural wood.

Design Applications

Tile X Design lists Oakbricks for floors and walls. The manufacturer notes that the 4.8×45 cm size works for both traditional and contemporary layouts and covers small areas easily. That makes Oakbricks practical for patterned floors in compact rooms, feature walls, and wood-look accent zones where a full plank format would be oversized.

Specifying Oakbricks

• Format: Oakbricks comes in one size and one matte finish. Design flexibility comes from color choice and laying pattern, not mixed formats.
• Joints: The narrow 2″ width means more joint lines than a plank format. Grout color will play a larger role in the finished look.
• Variation: V3 (high). Blend pieces from multiple boxes during installation.
• Packaging: Packed 32 pieces per box (0.69 m²).
• Lead time: Tile X Design lists availability as Stock PS. Confirm current lead times with your representative.
• Specialized uses: Ceramica Magica recommends consulting its Contract Division on correct use.

Product Specifications

• Water Absorption: Compliant (EN ISO 10545-3, Eb ≤ 0.5%)
• Modulus of Rupture: Compliant
• Breaking Strength: Compliant
• Abrasion Resistance: < 150 mm³
• Thermal Expansion Coefficient: ≤9 MK-1
• Thermal Shock Resistance: Resistant
• Frost Resistance: Resistant
• Chemical Resistance: GLA – GLB | GHA–GHB | GA
• Stain Resistance: Class 5
• Color Resistance to Light: No Alteration
• Friction Coefficient: R10 matte | >0.42 matte (DCOF, ANSI A137.1)

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Oakbricks color should I choose for a light, Scandinavian-style interior versus a richer, traditional room?

Birch is the lightest, with creamy white and light beige tones and fine, even grain. Honey and Natural add warmth. Walnut, Brown and Burnt suit darker, more enveloping schemes, and Burnt shows the deepest tones.

How does Oakbricks differ from a standard wood-look plank?

Oakbricks is a 2″x18″ strip rather than a long plank. It is better suited to patterned layouts and small or detailed areas. The trade-off is more joint lines, so plan grout color as part of the design.

How much color variation should I expect?

Oakbricks is rated V3, or high variation. Expect clear differences in tone and grain between pieces. Blending tiles from several boxes during installation gives the most natural result.

Can Oakbricks be used in a bathroom or shower?

Tile X Design lists Oakbricks for floors and walls, and the matte surface is rated R10 with a DCOF above 0.42. Shower use is not listed by either source. Confirm wet-area suitability with your Tile X Design representative and the manufacturer before specifying.